[He watches her quietly. He doesn't disagree with what she says. Even though Ishgard was fairly equal in opportunity with its military, it did slant towards men. Gender and sex has never made any practical difference in Estinien's experiences with other warriors, but it's obvious that was not the case in Hayame's home.
There are many ways that his life has been horrible, and many others in which he has been incredibly fortunate. He realizes this. He doesn't know how it feels to be a woman, or a slave.]
Truly, I do not.
[He may understand on an intellectual level, but on a visceral emotional level it would be impossible.]
But if you deign to tell me, I would be glad to learn.
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There are many ways that his life has been horrible, and many others in which he has been incredibly fortunate. He realizes this. He doesn't know how it feels to be a woman, or a slave.]
Truly, I do not.
[He may understand on an intellectual level, but on a visceral emotional level it would be impossible.]
But if you deign to tell me, I would be glad to learn.